Congratulations on your engagement and upcoming marriage. With all the other arrangements to be made, don’t forget the legal aspect!

Where to Apply

Wisconsin residents must apply for the license in the county where one applicant has resided for at least 30 days.

If both applicants are residents of another state, they must apply in the Wisconsin county where they will be married.

When to Apply

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. by appointment only

Applicants must apply for their license at least five full days before the ceremony but not more than 30 days before the ceremony. Both parties must be present at the same time to apply.

There is a full five-day waiting period from the time the applicants apply to the time the applicants may pick up the license. In special and unique circumstances only (i.e. out-of-state applicants, military, etc.), the County Clerk may waive the waiting period for an additional fee of $10.

Cost

License fee is $80 payable at time of application (cash or check only)

Application Requirements

·Certified copy of birth certificate

oA hospital souvenir certificate is NOT acceptable

oBirth certificates that are not in English must be translated

·Driver’s License or state ID card

·Proof of Residency (Driver’s License, utility bill, etc.)

·Document ending most recent marriage, if applicable (final judgment of divorce or certified death certificate)

·Officiant’s Information (Name, address & phone number)

·Ceremony Information (date & place)

·Applicants who are 16 or 17 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian’s consent to marry. Consent forms are available in the County Clerk’s office.

Civil Ceremonies

Waushara County has three Court Commissioners who will perform civil ceremonies for a fee. If applicants are interested in having a civil ceremony, they must contact the court commissioners directly to make arrangements.